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Ongoing, First published May 11, 2019
Struck by Lightning is an anthology featuring works that span several years of my life. Some are new and fresh, some I wrote or first conceived of several years ago. Most stories will feature elements of cosmic horror while some stay a little more grounded. Though all will delve into elements of the fantastical, mystical or scary.

Some of the stories are inspired by other works, mostly video games like Rimworld or Escape from Tarkov and convey my love and admiration for them. Some stand on their own two feet completely or derive inspiration from some other long gone place.

I hope you enjoy. This work will be updated whenever I get around to finishing another story.


A large thank you to https://ndsvkwac.tumblr.com/ for letting me use their rendition of the Lichtenberg figure for the cover.
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